In the near future, humanity faces a crisis of identity and emotional connection in a world dominated by technology. The protagonist, a 12-year-old boy named Elio, is passionate about video games and virtual realities, but feels disconnected from his family and friends, trapped in a loop of digital experiences. One day, while exploring a new virtual reality game, Elio stumbles upon a portal that transports him to an alien universe filled with colorful and eccentric cosmic beings.